Melanoma Research Foundation

#MRFVolunteerOpportunity -- We are seeking volunteers to help support the creation and distribution of a new digitized e-learning curriculum intended to provide sun safety education to K-5th grade students. Our review committee is seeking those that have expertise or experience as a pediatric #dermatologist, prevention public health expert, elementary school teacher, school nurse, school administrator, parents of elementary school aged children, medical student or the like. If you are interested or want more information, please email education@melanoma.org. Your support will enable us to provide critical sun safety and melanoma awareness information to our youth!

Vibrant, Sunny, San Deigo – are you ready!? Our 2024 San Diego Miles for Melanoma 5K event page is now OPEN! Join us on Sunday, October 20th at De Anza Cove Park. Click the link below to take advantage of our limited-time early bird registration rates. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support our melanoma communities! https://buff.ly/3y9Az9i

Advances in surgery are improving outcomes for individuals with melanoma. Mayo Clinic in Florida experts Drs. Sanjay Bagaria, James Jakub and Leila Tolaymat will host a Q&A on August 8 at 7pm ET and will discuss topics including: • What are some important considerations in treating early-stage melanoma? • How might surgery help a patient with later-stage melanoma? Register today and join the conversation. You don’t want to miss it! https://buff.ly/4cj9Kym

Hey Chicago! TODAY is the day! Stop by SPF Fest at local Walgreens (Walgreens, 1372 North Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622) from 12-4 pm for a special #SunSafety #Suncare pop-up event hosted by the MRF, Neutrogena and Walgreens! Get a free dermatological skin check, collect Neutrogena skin care product samples and giveaways and enjoy an interactive photo experience! Ensure your skin is in top shape before our Chicago Miles for Melanoma 5K tomorrow! This event is open to the entire community, and no appointment is needed. Spread the word and bring your friends and family! Let's stay healthy together! #GetNaked

We’re just 2 months away from our highly anticipated 2024 Denver Gala! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honor exceptional individuals and celebrate the Denver #melanoma community. This event is dedicated to furthering our mission by funding vital medical research, providing education on melanoma prevention, diagnosis and treatment and advocating for those affected by melanoma. Save the date: Thursday, September 19, at Infinity Park Event Center. Don’t miss out—get your tickets, secure sponsorships or make a donation today: https://buff.ly/3KZfT6S

Hey Chicago! TOMORROW is the big day! Come to SPF Fest at Walgreens (1372 North Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622) from 12-4 pm for an exciting #SunSafety #Suncare pop-up event brought to you by the MRF, Neutrogena and Walgreens! Enjoy a free dermatological skin check, pick up Neutrogena skin care product samples and giveaways and take part in an interactive photo experience! This event is open to everyone, and no appointment is necessary. Spread the word and invite your friends and family! Let's stay healthy together! #GetNaked

Chicago, regular rate registration closes TONIGHT at 11:59 pm CT. Register today to join us this Sunday, July 21st at Montrose Beach Park! Don’t forget – Whitney Reynolds, host of the Whitney Reynolds show, will be joining us as our 2024 event emcee! Note: Registration prices will increase on event day. Join our Chicago community and register today: https://buff.ly/3XHP3Yl

Randei McTaggart, a cutaneous melanoma survivor, shared her story at our Denver Miles for Melanoma 5K last month, highlighting her journey and gratitude. Diagnosed shortly after her niece's death, Randei went through multiple surgeries and treatments. Despite initial challenges, she achieved No Evidence of Disease (NED) for 2.5 years and recently completed her last treatment. She emphasized the importance of melanoma research, mentioning the advancements in treatment facilitated by the MRF. Randei expressed her gratitude for the support from Team Anomaly, her doctors and the MRF, dedicating her speech to all those affected by melanoma. To read her full speech, click here: https://buff.ly/4fb03Un

Our friend and fierce melanoma advocate, Dermatological PA-C Renata Block joined Lisa Dent on Chicago’s WGN Radio AM 720 to highlight our upcoming Chicago Miles for Melanoma 5K event, happening this Sunday, July 21st, at Montrose Beach Park. During #UVSafetyMonth, Renata promoted sun safety tips and encouraged all to join our Miles event to help raise awareness and funds for melanoma research! Renata also promoted the upcoming SPF Fest held by the MRF, Neutrogena and Walgreens where we will offer free skin checks on Saturday, July 20th, from 12-4 pm at Walgreens, 1372 North Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622. Click the link to listen to the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eTsy87Zy

Meet Adina Greene, a fourth-year medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. Adina's journey into dermatology and melanoma began in 2020 while working as a medical assistant, where she was inspired by patients' courage and the MRF's educational resources. Driven by a passion for melanoma prevention and research, Adina started volunteering with the MRF's Denver Gala in 2022 where she played a pivotal role in raising over $3,000 for the silent auction. This year, she expanded the outreach committee to ten medical student volunteers, surpassing last year’s donations for the 2023-2024 Gala. Join Adina in supporting melanoma research, education and advocacy! Click the link below to read her full story: https://buff.ly/46f2j99